Trans type genotype alpha thalassemia trait: a case study.

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This is a case of hypochromic, microcytic red cells in a young adult Caucasian female. It illustrates the importance of performing iron studies to confirm suspected iron deficiency anemia (IDA). Thalassemia minor is often misdiagnosed as IDA and iron therapy may be needlessly administered. Moreov...

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